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AEW Rampage #126
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- Name
- Tails Azimuth
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ALL ELITE WRESTLING'S NEW YEAR'S KICK-OFF A THRILLING AFFAIR IN THE GARDEN STATE
Newark, New Jersey - The Prudential Center played host to All Elite Wrestling's (AEW) highly anticipated TV show on January 3rd, and the sold-out crowd of 5,924 was treated to a night of non-stop action. The event, taped for broadcast on January 4th, featured four matches that showcased the best of AEW's talented roster.
The Night Begins with a Bang
The evening kicked off with a high-energy Six-Man Tag Team Match pitting Mark Briscoe and The Hardys (Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy) against Kip Sabian and The Butcher And The Blade (The Blade and The Butcher). In a match that saw plenty of aerial attacks and near-falls, the faces emerged victorious, with Mark Briscoe securing the pin on The Butcher in 11:13.
Tag Team Action
Next up were Kris Statlander and Willow Nightingale, who teamed up to take on Kennedi Hardcastle and Notorious Mimi. This one was all about the ladies, with Statlander and Nightingale's technical grappling giving them the edge they needed to secure a quick 2:35 victory.
Shida Shines
Hikaru Shida continued her winning streak by defeating Anna Jay in a singles match that saw both competitors give it their all. In the end, Shida's experience and skill proved too much for Jay, as she wrapped up the win in 9:13.
Pure Championship Thrills
The main event of the evening saw Wheeler Yuta challenge Komander for the ROH Pure Title. This one was a technical masterclass, with both competitors showcasing their skills on the mat. In the end, Yuta's submission prowess proved too much for Komander, as he forced him to tap out in 10:55 to retain his title.
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER
Overall, AEW's Newark show was an absolute thrill ride from start to finish. The talent on display was top-notch, and the crowd was fully invested throughout the evening. With this performance, it's clear that AEW is ready to take on all comers in 2024.
Match Ratings:
- Mark Briscoe and The Hardys vs. Kip Sabian and The Butcher And The Blade (6/10)
- Kris Statlander and Willow Nightingale vs. Kennedi Hardcastle and Notorious Mimi (7/10)
- Hikaru Shida vs. Anna Jay (8/10)
- Wheeler Yuta vs. Komander (9/10)
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Card Details
- Date: 03 Jan 2024
- Promotion: All Elite Wrestling
- Arena: Prudential Center
- Attendance: 5924
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Taped
- Broadcast Date: 04 Jan 2024
Matches
Mark Briscoe and The Hardys (Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy) defeat Kip Sabian and The Butcher And The Blade (The Blade and The Butcher) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 11:13Kris Statlander and Willow Nightingale defeat Kennedi Hardcastle and Notorious Mimi in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 02:35Hikaru Shida defeat Anna Jay in a Singles Match
Match Time: 09:13Wheeler Yuta
(C)
defeat Komander in a ROH Pure Title Match
Match Time: 10:55